Another new Yokomo specific release from Italian Yokomo distributor Mikimodel comes this ‘ZZ’ front stiffener for the MS1.0 Electric Touring Car. Also compatible with the previous BD12/BD11/BD10 models, this particular carbon fibre stiffener allows the model to increase driveability when cornering, making steering smoother and more progressive.
Sweep Racing has released a new tyre for the 1:8 GT market offering the category its new D-SPEC Rubber treatment. After many months of testing in the US and around the globe, the improved D-SPEC rubbers are specially formulated for heavier GT8 cars. Long lasting with easy to drive characteristics, they are just like the smaller touring car D-SPEC TC Tires used as the spec tyre at last year’s IFMAR ISTC World Championship in California. Available only Pre-glued with dual stage inserts, they will be available in 32 36 40 and 44 shores.
Source: Sweep Racing [sweepracing.com]
EFRA, the governing body for RC racing in Europe, has announced a change of control tyre compound for the upcoming 1:8 GT & GTE European Championships. The fourth running of the Euros for nitro and third edition for electric, MRC Leipzig host the event at their track in central Germany from June 18-21 with Italy’s PMT the official tyre supplier. Initially selecting the Q5 compound as part the new for 2025 rule that drivers must use one single compound for both axles, after testing it was discovered the the cars, especially electric, were difficult to drive due to the rear being to hard a compound. As a result, the race will now switch to the softer Q3 compound. Drivers are now also allowed to change tyres in the Main Final due to the softer compound. In Nitro it will be Natanaele Senesi who will be looking to defend his title while another Italian, Rosario Giaimo, will be looking to retain the title he won at the Naxos World track in Sicily, Italy, last year. Later this year 1:8 GT drivers will also compete for the World Championship title in Chile.
Read full EFRA announcement here
Infinity has introduced a new version of the front and rear hub of their World Championship winning IF15-2 1:10 Nitro Touring Car. The front hubs, which replace the conventional front knuckle, are a complete redesign to improve the strength and rigidity of the bearings and other components to significantly enhance front drive stability. The materials used have also been changed to improve crash resistance.
In addition, the ball screw opening dimensions and shape have been optimised to achieve smoother suspension stroke. The rear hub is also completely redesigned with a wheel offset of 2mm to accommodate longer arms and additional ribs to improve overall hub rigidity. The change in suspension geometry stabilises the rear behaviour, leading to improved and stable lap times. They require the optional 8.1mm titanium ball screws which has a ball diameter that is optimised for the new rear hub.
The governing body that represents 15 nations in Asia and Australasia, FEMCA has announced a rebranding of its blue ribbon events. Previously known as the FEMCA Championships, they will now be hosted under the titles of Asian Championships with 1:12 and Touring Car the first races set to crown the ‘Asian Champions’ later this year in Foshan, China which will host the 2026 IFMAR World Championships for both categories. Under the leadership of Leonard Kee, the Far East Model Car Association (FEMCA) has been busy re-establishing its championship events following Covid. The 1:8 Offroad Championship has enjoyed great success on its return with Kyosho’s American based up & coming offroad star Phi-Long Nguyen claiming back to back titles in Vietnam last month. Part of the success of that event has been FEMCA’s move to award the host track the option to host the race for 2-years. This is in order to help the track recoup any investment made in presenting a track worthy of hosting this major international title race that includes Atsushi Hara and Kyle McBride as past champions. At the end of last year the profile of the FEMCA Touring Car Championship got a major boost when World Champion Bruno Coelho traveled to Gavin Kwok’s GDC Indoor track, where the Portuguese ace added the title to his CV ahead of former FEMCA Champion Naoto Matsukura. In making the announcement FEMCA stated, ‘FEMCA will launch the “Asia Championship” races in Asia starting this year with ISTC and 1/12 category in the city of Foshan China at the start of December. The Asia Championship will provide a platform for all racers and hobbyist in Asia Pacific to race against their peers and fellow enthusiasts. ‘ Listing the categories that will have Asian Championship status, they added, ‘The events are based in Asia and the entries will be open to all. More events and changes are abound as FEMCA makes tweaks to rules and formats to move forwards in this hobby and region.’
View Championship categories here
New from MonacoRC comes this Droop Ring Gauge which is the ideal solution for accurately measuring suspension arm height, while keeping your pit table tidy and stylish. Made using 3D printing technology, the body is lightweight and durable, with a matte black finish and white printed values that offer great contrast and easy reading. Each printed measurement is highly precise, ensuring consistent and reliable usage over time. The measuring discs are made of carbon fibre, with a sleek, technical look, and fit perfectly inside the central ring through an integrated slot. When you’re done using them, just press gently with your finger to slide them upward and release them from the ring.
Japanese touring car manufacturer Axon has confirmed 2025 TITC Finalist Hayato Ishioka will represent them when they make their team debut at the 3rd edition of the Electric Singapore International Challenge (eSIC) on July 12-13. Axon become the latest manufacturer to support the race which is the brainchild of top Singapore touring car racer Nicholas Lee and Chhua Jookiah. Aiming to bring top level international competition to the Asian island country, the previous two editions of the race has attracted official team entries from Mugen Seiki, Awesomatix, Yokomo, ARC and Xpress and in addition to Axon that list in 2025 will grow to also include Xray who confirmation that Germany’s Jan Ratheisky with travel to the RCMC Marine Parade race track hosted event.
Source: eSIC [Facebook]
Following the release of its all new A800FXR FWD electric touring car, Awesomatix has released a number of new option parts for its latest kit. The new parts offering includes a 20gram Bumper Weight FX 20g with space for up to six optional 10-gram round weights (not included). A new Carbon Front Lower Deck becomes the softest option below the kit Alloy and C01FXR-CH Hard Carbon versions. Suitable for A800FX / A800FX Evo as well as the A800FXR, is a new Carbon Front Top Deck which can be installed with ST019 screws for the best performance (not included). A800FXR owners can also avail of a new Alloy Rear Lower Deck made from 2.0mm 7075 T6 Alloy which can take up to three 5 gram Tungsten weights (not included) can be placed in the chassis using super thin double sided tape.
